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Eddie Murphy

Eddie Murphy

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Music
Birthday
April 3, 1961
Age
64
Height
5'9" (175 cm)
Net Worth
$200M
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About

Edward Regan Murphy is an American comedian, actor, and singer who achieved his breakthrough as a stand-up comic before achieving film stardom. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest comedians of all time. Murphy has received several accolades, including a Golden Globe Award, a Grammy Award, and an Emmy Award, and has been honored with the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor and the Cecil B. DeMille Award.

Career Timeline

1980C$0.1M

'SNL' Breakthrough

Joins 'Saturday Night Live,' becoming a breakout star.

1982B$1M+$0.9M

'48 Hrs.' Film Debut

Stars in '48 Hrs.,' launching his film career.

1984A$10M+$9M

'Beverly Hills Cop'

Stars in 'Beverly Hills Cop,' achieving massive box office success.

1988A$30M+$20M

'Coming to America' Success

Stars in 'Coming to America,' another major hit.

1996A$70M+$40M

'The Nutty Professor'

Stars in 'The Nutty Professor' remake, reviving his career after a slump.

2001A$120M+$50M

'Shrek' Voice Acting

Voices Donkey in 'Shrek,' becoming a successful voice actor.

2006A$160M+$40M

'Dreamgirls' Nomination

Stars in 'Dreamgirls,' earning an Academy Award nomination.

2019A$190M+$30M

'Dolemite Is My Name'

Stars in 'Dolemite Is My Name,' receiving critical acclaim.

2021A$195M+$5M

'Coming 2 America'

Stars in 'Coming 2 America' the sequel to his 1988 movie.

2026A$200M+$5M

Comedy Legend

Remains a celebrated and influential figure in comedy and film.

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